Make this delectable five-minute Caramel Frappuccino and skip those long coffee lines. You can indulge in one of your favorite coffee treats in your home at just a fraction of the cost of those expensive coffee shops. With the perfect balance of sweetness, they taste even better than Starbucks.
Do you know anyone who loves a good frappuccino? This is my daughter’s favorite Starbucks drink. There is nothing better than a creamy frozen iced coffee treat. You can whip up this delectable creamy frappe in the morning or as an after-dinner treat.
My daughter and I love creamy coffee drinks year-round. For this caramel frappuccino, we used the new Green Mountain Caramel Vanilla Cream, but you can use any strong-brewed coffee or espresso. These super-easy treats contain five ingredients and can be whipped up in the blender in less than five minutes. If you are speedy, you should be able to complete it in about three minutes.
How to Make a Caramel Frappucino
In a blender, combine the ice, cooled coffee, and milk. Blend the ingredients on high for about one minute while you drizzle in 1-2 tablespoons of caramel syrup. Finally, pour the mixture into two small mugs or one large one and top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
How to set up a Frappucino Bar
These frappuccinos are so easy that even a small crowd is not out of the question. Wouldn’t it be fun to set up a frozen coffee bar? You could do flavors like dark chocolate, mocha, strawberries and cream, and mint chocolate chips.
For ease, store the whipped cream in ice buckets and include various flavored syrups to match your frappuccinos. You could even supply Baileys, Kahlua, and Rumchata for the adults.
Recipe Tips
- Strong-brewed coffee works with this, including an espresso, instant coffee, or your favorite dark blend.
- Brewing the coffee in advance and chilling it in the fridge is best.
- For a caffeine-free version, use decaffeinated coffee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whole milk works best with this recipe, but you can use 2% or even skim. Non-dairy milk like oat, soy, almond, cashew, and coconut milk also work well.
Make coffee ice cubes in the old-style ice cube trays for a more robust coffee flavor. It is a little more work, but for the true coffee enthusiast, it keeps the beverage from being watered down.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1 cup brewed strong coffee cooled
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoon caramel syrup plus more for drizzling the top
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the ice, cooled coffee, and milk. Blend the ingredients on high for about one minute while you drizzle in 1-2 tablespoons of caramel syrup.
- Pour the mixture into two small mugs or one large glass and top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
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Nyxie
These look gorgeous! They would have been perfect to sip in the sun yesterday! I’m nota big fan of the cream on top but my husband loves them.
Kim
This recipe is absolutely delicious and so easy to make. I am not going to Starbucks anymore!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Kim! So glad that you liked it!
Alita
Wow, I always order caramel frapuccino at Starbucks. Now I dont have to. I can make this at home!
Ivana
What a great frappuccino! Thanks for the recipe. Your saving me a trip down the highway and some serious cash.
Elise Ho
This certainly sounds as if it is a better option than purchasing from Starbucks.
Jennifer L Prince
I love the idea of special add-ins for adults. It makes the drink so versatile. So tasty!
Beth Pierce
Yes indeed!
Nicole Bertrand
This was so good and is DEFINITELY more budget friendly than the Starbucks version!
Gervin Khan
Wow! This frappuccino was incredibly delicious and very tasty! The creamy caramel was just right! For me, an instant favorite! Loved it!
Monidipa
This creamy caramel frappuccino recipe is amazing! It’s super easy to make and tastes like it’s straight from a coffee shop. I love how it’s customizable to your preferred level of sweetness. Yum!
Rosey
This is my daughter’s favorite. I bet she’d be delighted if I made her one when she is home one weekend to visit.
Stephanie
This is perfect! I used to drink caramel frappuccinos until I found out I’m allergic to dairy and didn’t find one I could easily make at home that didn’t already have dairy in it. Now I’m going to try this with my almond milk and coconut whipped cream. I am so excited!!
Beth Pierce
Awesome! That sounds like a great plan! Enjoy!
Claudia Krusch
It looks amazing! I love trying new drinks! I can’t wait to try this one!
Kimberley
I have made this and it is absolutely delicious. So much better to make it at home than to spend $5+ at Starbucks. Thanks for sharing
Beth Pierce
The pleasure is all mine, Kimberly!
Bryan Carey
Caramel Frappuccino taste great, and there are several local places that make them well. But making my own at home? It’s not something I have ever done, but need to start right now.
Debbie
Perfect instructions on how to make a creamy caramel frappuccino. I love that it can be done in only five minutes! The whole family enjoyed these!
Kat
This is so easy to make and so much cheaper than Starbucks. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Kat! You are most welcome!